Peter Durand patented the tin can in 1810, and Tin Can Day celebrates his contribution to the storage of perishable food.
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Tin Can Day
Confucius Day
When : Always September 29th Confucius Day honors one of the world's greatest philosophers. Born in China on October 18, 551 B.C., Confucius is one of the earliest, and perhaps the the first great philosopher. He was also a teacher, a scholar, and a politician. He gave the world many teachings, and gave the world […]
Flossing Day
Flossing Day encourages the regular use of dental floss to promote healthy teeth and gums.More Details...All details taken directly from provider content at http://www.daysoftheyear.com/days/flossing-day/We would love to send you a daily reminder of the holidays for the day so you can prepare yourself to celebrate the day! Your Name Email Daily Holidays Newsletter I accept […]
Go Caroling Day
Though declining in popularity, carol singing is still an important part of our cultural and social psyche. We expect carol singers to come knocking on our doors, or to go out carol singing ourselves. Buck the declining trend and organise a carol singing trip with your friends and family on Go Caroling Day.More Details...All details […]
Lei Day: Hawaii’s Most Fragrant Celebration 🌺
Lei Day in Hawaii is not just another holiday—it's a fragrant, colorful celebration of Hawaiian culture that blossoms every May 1st. This cherished tradition began in 1927 when poet and writer Don Blanding suggested setting aside a day to appreciate the Hawaiian custom of making and wearing leis. Subsequently, journalist Grace Tower Warren proposed May 1st as the perfect date, coining the now-famous phrase: "May Day is Lei Day in Hawaii."